How did peace talks in Moscow go?
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Talks in Moscow between Putin and U.S. envoys Witkoff and Kushner ended without a breakthrough. Putin rejected European counter-proposals and much of the U.S. plan, accepting only some aspects. No compromise was reached on Russia's territorial demands, though Russia is open to further meetings. Ukrainian President Zelensky and analysts remain skeptical, with concerns about pressure to concede territory and the risk of diminished international mediation.
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The Kremlin reports no progress following discussions between Putin and U.S. President Trump's envoys. No compromise was reached on Russia's territorial demands in Ukraine, though Russia is willing to continue meetings with the United States.
Putin welcomed the American delegation but had already rejected much of the latest plan they presented. He called European demands 'absolutely unacceptable' and accused them of hindering peace talks. Ukrainian President Zelensky was not included in the talks and expressed concerns about the outcome.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner at the Kremlin. The talks aimed to end the conflict in Ukraine, but European leaders' counter-proposals were dismissed by Putin as unacceptable. No peace was achieved, and the outcome is seen as crucial for Ukraine's future.